Nintendo's latest quarterly figures showed the new hardware continuing to sell well, yet the market response was harsh. The company confirmed 17.38 million Switch 2 units sold in Q3 of fiscal 2026, but its share price slid sharply amid investor unease over near-term conditions and component cost pressure.

  • Switch 2 sales: Nintendo reported 17.38 million units sold in Q3 FY2026.
  • Share movement: Stock fell to 8,973 JPY, down from a recent 10,180 JPY peak — a drop of just over 11%.
  • Market drivers: Traders pointed to immediate market headwinds and concerns about parts pricing rather than the headline sales figures.
  • Contrast: Despite increases across the company’s reported metrics, investor sentiment turned negative, prompting the sell-off.

Source: Nintendo Life

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